Indigofera thomsonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thomsonii
ID:
196566
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
J. Bot.41: 189 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000195895
Common Names
- Indigofera thomsonii
- Thomson's Indigo
- Thomson's Indigofera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Indigofera thomsonii (also called Thomson's Indigofera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is native to Madagascar and grows in dry deciduous forests, scrub and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Indigofera thomsonii is used for dyeing fabrics, tanning leather, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Indigofera thomsonii is small and white. The seed is a small, black, hard nut. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Indigofera thomsonii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Indigofera thomsonii
Indigofera thomsonii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in dry, deciduous forests and woodlands.
Indigofera thomsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Indigofera thomsonii?
Indigofera thomsonii
What are the common names of Indigofera thomsonii?
African Indigo, African Indigo Bush, and Thomson's Indigo
What is the distribution of Indigofera thomsonii?
It is found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia
Species in the Indigofera genus
Indigofera asperifolia, Indigofera blanchetiana, Indigofera bongardiana, Indigofera campestris, Indigofera conzattii, Indigofera coronilloides, Indigofera costaricensis, Indigofera cuernavacana, Indigofera densiflora, Indigofera fruticosa, Indigofera guaranitica, Indigofera hygrobia, Indigofera jaliscensis, Indigofera kurtzii, Indigofera lancifolia, Indigofera latifolia, Indigofera lindheimeriana, Indigofera montana, Indigofera palmeri, Indigofera panamensis, Indigofera platycarpa, Indigofera pueblensis, Indigofera purpusii, Indigofera rojasii, Indigofera salmoniflora, Indigofera sphaerocarpa, Indigofera sphinctosperma, Indigofera tephrosioides, Indigofera thibaudiana, Indigofera truxillensis, Indigofera tumidula, Indigofera langlassei, Indigofera caroliniana, Indigofera miniata, Indigofera trifoliata, Indigofera zollingeriana, Indigofera prostrata, Indigofera incompta, Indigofera lespedezioides, Indigofera parodiana, Indigofera subulata, Indigofera tephrosioides, Indigofera micheliana, Indigofera curvirostrata, Indigofera hiranensis, Indigofera nugalensis, Indigofera pellucida, Indigofera drepanocarpa, Indigofera sabulosa, Indigofera kirilowi,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Indigofera thomsonii Baker f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.